Platform/Tray Bird Feeder Plans for Woodworkers

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This set of bird feeder plans are for a medium size platform feeder with a roof covering. It’s rather a hopper platform hybrid with a roof, partial sides and open front for the birds to land on. Any type of bird food can be used in this feeder, and the roof and sides give the seeds or food of choice you use some protection from the rain and weather. Be aware that the seed is not completely enclosed so therefore still has some exposure to weather.

A platform style bird feeder requires more maintenance than other styles because it will need to be re-filled and cleaned more often, but is very attractive to a wide variety of songbirds. The birds can see the seeds easily and birds large and small can land on it. The open front allows good visibility for the bird watcher - it’s very easy to see what birds land on your feeder.

This feeder plan can be pole or wall mounted and will require squirrel / raccoon protection, unless of course you are trying to feed the squirrels and raccoons! Be sure to place the opening away from the direction rain and wind usually comes from in your yard. Drill small drainage holes in the bottom of the feeder to allow rain water to run out and keep seeds drier. Keep cleaning in mind when you place your feeder and be certain that it is accessible. You will need to empty out any shells left behind from seeds and to clean any build up of debris in the bottom tray. Keeping bird feeders is clean is important to the health and hygiene of your backyard birds.

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